IPL a waning spectacle that needs a rethink

The IPL is marked more by mediocrity than moments of magic and has largely lost its appeal. It’s time for a “Super League”, writes RYAN VREDE.

IPL excellence and the case of the missing Proteas

A clutch of Proteas T20 batsmen are excelling in the IPL but an alarming number of bowlers are seeing no action, writes @Ryan_Vrede.

Miller’s renaissance transforms Proteas picture

David Miller has grown into the player many envisaged when he first played international cricket. Now to figure out where he should bat in T20 cricket, writes RYAN VREDE.

Boucher, Smith and the circus that’s CSA

Cricket South Africa failed to create a climate for reconciliation. Its board must step down, writes RYAN VREDE.

Ghost of Faf torments immature Proteas selectors

A lack of investment in Faf du Plessis for the T20 World Cup should be seen as a lack of ambition, writes RYAN VREDE.

Four areas in which SA’s next DOC must excel

Graeme Smith’s successor has a tough task ahead and should focus on four key areas, writes RYAN VREDE.

World Cup worry as Saffa bowlers struggle in IPL

South Africa’s best batter at the IPL is not in the T20 World Cup picture, while just one Proteas bowler features in the top 20 wicket-takers. RYAN VREDE examines the situation.

Proteas selectors must be brave with Brevis

Dewald Brevis is a generational talent who is ready to play international cricket, writes RYAN VREDE.

Reviewing a summer of success for potent Proteas

The Proteas have defied expectations this summer and are on track to contest the World Test Championship final.

Proteas player ratings: Maharaj marches on, hope rises for Mulder

RYAN VREDE rates the Proteas after their convincing win in Gqeberha.

Mulder in the wilderness, Proteas still seek No 7

South Africa’s seemingly never-ending search for a genuine Test all-rounder continues, writes RYAN VREDE.

Proteas player ratings: Spinners shine, Mulder mediocre

RYAN VREDE rates the Proteas after their Kingsmead demolition.

Proteas must let Harmer loose

The Proteas can ill-afford to look beyond Simon Harmer for their series opener against Bangladesh, writes RYAN VREDE.

Proteas must not be shamed into dropping standards

There is a debate raging about whether talented players who don’t meet minimum fitness standards should be considered for Proteas selection. There shouldn’t be, writes RYAN VREDE.

More questions than answers for ‘on their day’ Proteas

There is no structure in place for consistent Proteas success. They appear to be reliant on feeling and talent. That’s not what defines champion teams, writes @Ryan_Vrede.